Vessel Manager

V.Group Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Location Country: United Kingdom

Work Location: Southampton

Who are V? As a global leader in ship management and marine services, we add value to a vessel’s operations. Operating around the clock and around the world, V. provides every client the quality and efficiency they need in every sector. Covering crew management and recruitment, quality ship management and technical services, together with supporting management and commercial services, V. has unrivalled industry knowledge with performance assured.

Our values – We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver – are at the heart of everything we do and support our strategy of investing in talent. We are always interested in making contact with talented individuals who will demonstrate our values and deliver great service to internal and external stakeholders.

Overall Purpose of The Job

Operate and maintain the ship marine equipment in a safe, economic and efficient way in accordance with customer contract / Charter Party, within approved budgets, to the satisfaction of both owners and their clients. Approval of purchases in accordance with Company Authority Matrix. Conduct the tasks listed in the Responsibility section.

• Responsible for the technical management and performance of the vessels (including well intervention equipment), inclusive of technical budget. Onshore contact point for vessels in day-to-day operation related to technical management and mobilisation activities. Contact with Owner in day-to-day operation as defined and agreed with the Fleet Manager.
• Monitor, ensure and verify that vessels operate in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure that statutory and classification surveys for all plant and equipment on the vessels are carried out.
• Ensure preventive‑ and corrective maintenance is carried out to prevent technical/operational non‑conformities that may lead to downtime.
• Contribute to continued improvement of the maintenance system by providing feedback to the Fleet Manager and Ship Sure team.
• Monitor and follow‑up the vessel’s technical performance and defined KPIs. Take immediate actions to adjust and improve performance in case of non‑conformities or when deviations are observed/reported. Follow‑up and ensure corrective actions are implemented in case of technical incidents and non‑conformities. Analyse breakdowns and technical incidents and suggest experience transfers to the fleet.
• Report vessel technical status on a weekly basis to the Fleet Manager.
• Responsible for planning, coordination and supervision of ship repair and dry‑docking of vessels, in cooperation with other stakeholders.
• When major breakdown occurs, arrange repairs, provide spares and service engineers. Supervise repair work to ensure safe work, best quality and cost‑effective process. If insurance is involved, contact, inform and follow‑up until settlement with Fleet Manager and Owners.
• Take the lead to carry out Vessel Condition Assessments in cooperation with Owners.
• Participate in appraisals of key personnel onboard the vessel.
• Comply with the requirements in V.Ships Offshore Vessel Management System and report non‑conformities.
• Actively cooperate with other disciplines within the fleet to optimise overall vessel and fleet performance.
• Works both independently and cooperatively in the team.
• Focus on problem solving and demonstrates decision skills.
• Proactive and looks for effective solutions for the company and for clients.
• Demonstrates good and open communication.
• Has a strong focus on sharing information and involving the team.
• Shows a high degree of flexibility in ad hoc situations.
• Contributes actively to improve routines and solutions.

V. Group can offer a market‑leading salary and benefits package, in addition to significant opportunities for career growth and personal development. This is a great opportunity to join a true leader in the maritime sector with exciting plans for future growth.

• Work experience in similar positions as this role demands.
• Good communication (oral and written) and language skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and interact with people at all levels.
• Good planning and organisational skills.

• Basic financial understanding and some experience in administering budgets.
• Ability to develop creative and effective solutions to problems.

Applications Close Date: 28 Dec 2025

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Maritime Transportation